One of my children (probably my second daughter, Miranda) drew this baby Jesus decades ago. I display this card, which also includes Mary and Joseph, each Christmas. It’s a reminder of the reason I celebrate Christmas and a reminder of how very much I love my three children. They each signed the card. It’s a treasure.
For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.
MY DEAR READERS, I wish for you this Christmas the blessings of peace and happiness.
Wherever you are this weekend and with whomever, may you experience joy. Appreciate others. Hold close those you love most. Be thankful for them.
Realize that everything and everyone will not be perfect. So laugh instead of stressing. You’ll feel better.
Relax and delight in the moments—the hug of a son come home, the sweet scent of a baby on her first Christmas, the gathering of family at worship services and around your table.
These are the moments that matter. Merry Christmas!
© Copyright 2016 Audrey Kletscher Helbling
Minnesota Prairie Roots 
This babe in a manger is indeed our “reason for the season”, our hope and joy!
Merry Christmas, and thanks for your blog
Jesus is my “reason for the season.”
Thank you for being a reader and a most blessed Christmas to you, John!
I pray your Christmas is peaceful, joyous and full of love Audrey!
That is exactly the Christmas I would like.
A most blessed and Merry Christmas to you, Jake!
May your family’s Christmas be full of peace and joy!
Thank you, Gretchen. And yours also, dear friend.
Joyful and blessed Christmas to you also, Audrey!
Keep up the good work — we all appreciate your posts.
Happy New Year!
Thank you, Carol, both for the wishes and the kind words regarding my blog. Merry Christmas!
They DO matter! May you know His abundance now and in the coming year, keeping eyes focused on Him and the Mission that brought Him to this sod many years ago. Hugs to you and Randy……………………………………
Thank you, Doreen. As always, I appreciate your creative comment (brought Him to this sod).
A most blessed Christmas to you, Tom and those you love!
Merry Christmas to you and yours, Audrey.
Thank you, Greg, and the same to you.
Thanks for your sweet reminder of what’s important at Christmas time. Enjoy your lovely family Audrey. Merry Christmas!!
You are welcome, Jackie. Family should start arriving soon. So back to the kitchen to finish food prep.
A blessed Christmas to you and yours also, dear friend!
Your blog is a year round Christmas gift. Thank you so much and blessings to you and your family. Love the card.
Thank you, Bernadette, for your sweet words. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas!
Thank you, a perfect end to my Christmas night. Family, grandchildren, phone calls to far away loved ones, catching up, indulgence, and satiety. God bless us all, everyone!!!
Amen. Sounds like you had all you wished for at Christmas.
Merry Christmas Belated Greetings and thanks for the gentle reminder of the season’s meaning.
You are welcome. I hope you and yours had a wonderful Christmas.